Mild Chills With High Feveraccording to TCM
Symptom families: Cold Sensations and Intolerance, Fever and Temperature-Related Conditions
Parent symptom: Mild Chills
What is Mild Chills with High Fever?
Mild chills with high fever refers to a condition where an individual experiences a sensation of coldness accompanied by a pronounced fever. This symptom can manifest as alternating episodes of mild shivering and elevated body temperature. It is commonly associated with infections and inflammatory processes within the body. The combination of chills and high fever indicates that the body is attempting to fight off an underlying condition, often triggering an immune response. This symptom falls under the broader category of mild chills, but it is distinguished by the presence of significant fever.
How Does TCM View Mild Chills with High Fever?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), mild chills with high fever is seen as an indication of internal disharmony. Unlike the Western medical perspective, which may attribute this symptom to infections or external factors, TCM views it as a disruption in the balance of Qi, Blood, and Yin-Yang within the body.
TCM practitioners believe that different patterns of disharmony can cause similar symptoms, making it crucial to identify the specific underlying pattern before initiating treatment. By addressing the root cause, TCM aims to restore the body's natural balance and alleviate the symptoms.
Root Causes of Mild Chills With High Fever in TCM
Mild chills with high fever can arise from various patterns of disharmony in TCM. One common cause is Heat in the Gall Bladder. This pattern is characterized by symptoms such as mild chills alternating with pronounced fever, a bitter taste in the mouth, stifling sensation in the chest, vomiting of sour fluids, thirst, hypochondriac pain and discomfort, nausea, and upper abdominal fullness. Heat in the Gall Bladder often results from the accumulation of pathogenic Heat, disrupting the normal function of the organ and leading to these symptoms.
Explore below more details about what might cause Mild chills with high fever according to TCM.
- By Syndrome
- By Organ
- Heat
- Gallbladder
Heat
In TCM "Heat" signifies an excess of Yang energy, leading to an imbalance where heat predominates over the body's cool Yin aspects. This condition is metaphorically akin to an internal over-heating. Symptoms indicative of Heat can include feelings of warmth, fever, sweating, irritability, red face, thirst with a preference for cold drinks, and a rapid pulse. The tongue may appear red with a yellow coating. Unlike the common interpretation of heat in terms of temperature, in TCM, it represents a state of hyperactivity or inflammation in the body.... see more
Heat Patterns That Can Lead to Mild Chills With High Fever
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Heat in Gall Bladder | Mild chills alternating with pronounced fever, Mild chills with high fever, Bitter taste in the mouth, Stifling sensation in the chest, Vomiting of sour fluids, Thirst, Hypochondriac pain and discomfort, Nausea, Upper abdominal fullness, Cholecystitis, Icteric hepatitis... see more | Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang |
Gallbladder
In TCM the Gallbladder has a unique role in storing and excreting bile, but more importantly, it's seen as crucial for decision-making and courage. It's closely connected to the Liver, assisting in the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy) and supporting the Liver's role in maintaining emotional balance. When the Gallbladder malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to physical symptoms like gallstones, jaundice, or a bitter taste in the mouth. There might also be digestive disturbances, particularly related to fat metabolism. On an emotional level, a Gallbladder disorder can manifest as indecisiveness, timidity, or a tendency to easily succumb to stress. These symptoms highlight the TCM view of the Gallbladder as integral to both physical processes and emotional resilience.... see more
Gallbladder Patterns That Can Lead to Mild Chills With High Fever
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Heat in Gall Bladder | Mild chills alternating with pronounced fever, Mild chills with high fever, Bitter taste in the mouth, Stifling sensation in the chest, Vomiting of sour fluids, Thirst, Hypochondriac pain and discomfort, Nausea, Upper abdominal fullness, Cholecystitis, Icteric hepatitis... see more | Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Mild Chills With High Fever
To treat mild chills with high fever, TCM employs specific herbal formulas tailored to the identified pattern of disharmony. For Heat in the Gall Bladder, the formula Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang is often recommended. This formula contains Sweet Wormwood Herbs (Qing Hao) as a key ingredient, which is known for its ability to clear heat and purge fire. It helps to alleviate symptoms by targeting the root cause of the heat accumulation in the gall bladder.
See more details below about Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang, a herbal formula used to address mild chills with high fever.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Heat
- Formulas that harmonize lesser yang-warp disorders
Top Formula for Heat:
Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang
Suitable for Heat patterns that may cause mild chills with high fever, such as Heat in Gall Bladder
Learn moreFormulas that harmonize lesser Yang-warp disorders
These formulas are suitable for some mild chills with high fever-causing patterns like Heat in Gall Bladder.
One such formula is Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang, with sweet wormwood herb as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Mild Chills With High Fever
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address mild chills with high fever, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Herbs that clear heat and purge fire and/or clear summer heat
- Herbs that clear heat and dry dampness
Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat
Mild chills with high fever can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.
One such herb is Sweet Wormwood Herbs (Qing Hao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for mild chills with high fever, like Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang.
Herbs that clear Heat and dry Dampness
Mild chills with high fever can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness and heat within the body, aiming to restore balance by drying dampness and clearing heat.
One such herb is Baikal Skullcap Roots (Huang Qin), a key herb in some formulas recommended for mild chills with high fever, like Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang.